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WHERE CAN YOU FIND A REVIEW WRITING?

~ Paper 2 Part 3 (extended writing task)

~ One of the three tasks presented to them on the question paper.

~ The word length requirement is approximately 200-250words.

REVIEW TASK ….

There are a series of questions to be answered and an expectation that some form
of rationale will be provided.
1. content-related
2. communicative conventions of a review
3. how it should be organized
4. what language is appropriate and/or effective in such texts. TAVAMANI THIAGARAJAN
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LANGUAGE AND TONE
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give the review an
appropriate title

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 TASK 1: READING

Based on the following restaurant review, tick (/) the correct statements or
cross(x) the false statements

Fiza’s Busy Bean Café, Kluang Mall

Reviewed yesterday

Had lunch with my buddy. We love the modern ambience of this new café. There is a
variety of delicious local and western food with plenty of flavour. Quite impressive
for a new restaurant.

However, the service was slow. I had to wait 30 minutes before my chicken chop was
served. By the time the order arrived, I had lost my appetite! And the chips were
soggy too. On top of that, we had to wait ten minutes before given a place to sit.
Perhaps it was our fault we did not make a reservation but the café was half empty.
It was unreasonable that they asked us to wait that long.

I love the coffee though. It was freshly ground. But the pistachio ice-cream we
ordered was horrible. I couldn’t finish the dessert. we left feeling disappointed. Not
worth the RM35.00 I paid for.

1. The café had limited choices ............................................................................... ( )

2. There were no seats available when they arrived............................................. ( )

3. The best thing was the drink .............................................................................. ( )

4. The chips were well-fried ..................................................................................... ( )

5. The waiter service was good ............................................................................... ( )

6. The review was overall negative .........................................................................( )

VOCABULARY

which words would you likely see in a restaurant review? Circle the relevant words below

exchange mains bill starter tip

cleaner reservation side order check out

dessert receptionist today’s special browse order

service booking kiosk menu store

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 TASK 2: WRITING

You saw this in the local newspaper recently.

REVIEW PLEASE!

a review of what you like or don’t like about the

newspaper next month.

Write your review in at least 200-250 words in an appropriate style.

PRE-WRITING TASKS
(A)UNDERSTANDING THE QUESTION
Before you attempt the question, answer the following tasks to help you write a good review.
1. What are you required to write?
2. Who are you writing it for?
3. What is your content?
(a)
(b)
4. What kind of language style is suitable?
5. How many words?
6. Do you need to use paragraphs?

(B) A RESTAURANT REVIEW CHECKLIST

Tick (/) the correct statements or cross (x) the false statements below.
1. Start with the name of the restaurant and location ................................................ ( )
2. Do not write about décor and atmosphere ............................................................ ( )
3. Mention all the menu/dishes sold ........................................................................ ( )
4. Mention the price of food and drinks .................................................................. ( )
5. Do not comment on the services offered ............................................................. ( )
6. Say if you would recommend the restaurant .........................................................( )

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 STRUCTURE OF
ANSWER
• title
NONIE'S SALT AND PEPPER

Nonie's Salt and pepper is a restaurant located in the

heart of Kluang. To be precise, it is snuggled between White • name and

Lake and the business centre. It is the favourite café for location

people of all ages. I was there with my family last weekend.

As you enter the place, you are welcome by a warm and
delightful atmosphere. There are old paintings that display •décor/
atmosphere
the history of Kluang. In addition, a cosy lounge awaits those
who only want to have a quick drink and a chat.
On top of that, a wide range of mouth-watering menu
items are available. The main course I had consisted of tangy
Thai salmon with ginger and shitake mushrooms. This was
followed by a delicious apple strudel with a scoop of vanilla
• menus
ice-cream for dessert. Furthermore, all the products were • price

fresh and of the best quality. The dishes had the warmth of
home-cooked food. A range of hot and cold drinks are sold at
a reasonable price too.
What a pity though that the service was disappointing.
• service
Waiters hardly smiled. Thankfully, the owner, Ms Nonie, • recommendation

middle-aged charming woman, was always around to

• good vocab
exchange conversations with her customers. Despite this • good tense

downside, I highly recommend Salt and Pepper

Now, write your OWN review based on the question

above. Give it a suitable title

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